Ranger

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Do you love working in the great outdoors, have good practical skills, and are eager to kick start your career in conservation? Look no further - this is the Ranger role for you!
• The salary range for this position is $58,816 to $66,578.
• Permanent, full-time Ranger position based in Fox Glacier.

Our vision: Nature is thriving in Aotearoa | Te Oranga o te Ao Tūroa

The Department of Conservation Te Papa Atawhai (DOC) serves to protect and restore nature across Aotearoa. When nature thrives, we all thrive.

He angitūtanga | About the role

As our next Ranger, you will be an integral member of the biodiversity team. The South Westland weed control programme is large and varied, from Lake Ianthe in the North to Awarua Point in the South. Weed management is a key component of the role and will require you to work autonomously and in a team, demonstrating a strong health and safety focus in the field while using multiple techniques including biological controls.

You may also assist with conservation law compliance work, negotiate fencing agreement contracts with local landowners, help to manage contracts for aerial weed control and assist with animal pest management projects from time to time. Additionally, you will be responsible for issuing various hunting related permits for conservation land. You may also work with/lead volunteer groups undertaking weed and pest control tasks from time to time.

You will be required to spend extended periods of time in the backcountry, often in remote and rugged terrain.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

If you have the following attributes, we are keen to hear from you:

• current full Class 1 driver's license
• experience in weed and pest animal management (e.g., spraying, trapping)
• skilled in small plant/equipment maintenance
• backcountry experience with a high level of physical fitness and competence in rugged and remote terrain
• experience using Microsoft Office suite, GIS, and mobile applications
• ability to stay overnight in the field when required
• strong health and safety focus
• excellent communication skills and the ability to maintain good working relationships with a range of stakeholders
• problem-solving, planning and organisational skills.

Desirable:

• experience engaging and working in partnership with iwi and tangata whenua and understanding of te Tiriti
• current First Aid Certificate
• Growsafe, Approved Handler Agrichemicals Certificate and/or Controlled Substances Licence (Pesticides) Certificate
• 4WD and Light Utility Vehicle (LUV) experience.

Mō te tīma | About the team

You'll be joining a positive and enthusiastic team delivering conservation outcomes in South Westland. The Operations team consists of 36 permanent staff spread across three locations: Fox Glacier, Franz Josef and Haast.

South Westland offers an incredible environment to live and work, surrounded by spectacular landscapes and a supportive team that values innovation and creative thinking Click here to learn more about the area and hear from our team.

We also have DOC accommodation available if required. 

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What's in it for you?

DOC places importance on developing a culture where everyone can participate, thrive, and grow.  We're working towards being an organisation that is diverse, equitable and inclusive by default.  You can learn more about what we offer here.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Depending on the volume of applications received, we may close this advertisement early, please submit your application as soon as possible.

Apply online with a CV and cover letter that highlights your relevant skills, experience and motivation for joining Te Papa Atawhai. Please note, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept direct or emailed applications and provide feedback to those not shortlisted.

If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please let us know.

The salary range for this position is $58,816 to $66,578 with the starting salary of the successful applicant being based on their relevant skills and experience.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is mandatory – this includes holding a valid work visa that covers the whole period of employment.

Due to high volumes, we are not engaging with recruitment agencies for this role.  

Rā katinga | Applications close at 11:59pm on Monday, 7 April

Me he pātai anō | For further enquiries, please feel free to contact Gary Scott, Supervisor, at gscott@doc.govt.nz or +64 27 286 8371

Taupānga | Job reference: 400/07443